Professional Housekeeper (Kingston, Jamaica)

 Job Description:

Job type: Live-in, full-time

A compassionate and dedicated live-in Housekeeper is needed with a background in housekeeping and food preparation. Responsible for all essential household tasks while also providing assistance and support to an elderly family member on an as needed basis. 

This is a semi-professional position that is physically demanding and requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities:

• Must love dogs, two (2) large dogs live in the house and are personal companions
• Maintain a clean, organized household for a family of three (3) adults (one of whom is elderly)
• Duties include: 
• cleaning, laundry, and general housekeeping 
• Prepare nutritious well-balanced meals for the family according to dietary requirements and preferences: Menu planning, inventory management and preparation of weekly shopping lists is required
• Assist with appointments and errands, including arranging transportation for the elderly family member
• Provide attentive, compassionate care to elderly family member, including assistance with daily living activities as needed
• Ensure the safety and well-being of the elderly family member
• Oversee administration of prescribed medications to the elderly family member as directed. If required, enrollment  in a practical nursing course will be provided.
• Keep accurate records of daily activities of the elderly family member: health status; any changes in their condition 

Qualifications and Skills:

• High School diploma or equivalent occupational training in housekeeping and food preparation
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Willingness to enroll in and complete practical nursing courses if required
• Previous experience in care giving or healthcare a plus

Benefits:

• On-site accommodation provided
• Meals included
• All Sundays and alternate Saturdays off
• Paid public holidays
• Opportunity for professional development through practical nursing courses and on-the-job training

To apply: 

Males or females may apply. Please email resume, cover letter detailing relevant experience and qualifications, two (2) references from previous employers. The successful applicant will have to provide a clean police record.

Email: chef4three@gmail.com

Hospital Attendants (Porters) - Portland, Jamaica - Port Antonio Hospital (NERHA)

HOSPITAL ATTENDANTS (HSC/HS 1)

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness with responsibility for the management and delivery of public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland, is seeking strong, dynamic, and proactive individuals to fill the position of Hospital
Attendant (Portering) at the Port Antonio Hospital.

Summary:
Under the general direction of the Supervisory Hospital Attendant/Hospital Administrator, the Hospital
Attendant will be required to:
Required Qualification & Experience:

• Complete school to grade 9 level
• Be physically fit and able to bend, stand and lift

Specific Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of excellent customer service delivery
• Knowledge of lifting techniques
• Knowledge of organizing and prioritizing work
• Working Knowledge of Health Hazards

Key responsibilities will include but not limited:

• Required to transport patients to Out-patients clinics, Casualty, to the Wards, for laboratory and x-ray services. This is done with wheelchairs and stretchers given the required situation
• Required to lift and support patients who are unable to walk
• Assigned to work with ambulance service periodically
• Required to deliver items from one area of the hospital to another
• Required to assist in maintaining the hospital buildings and compound by assisting in the cleaning of same
• Required to empty and clean all garbage receptacles and replace them in their appropriate areas
• Required to clean and keep in good condition, all the tools he has to work with eg. Wheelchairs,
• stretchers, etc.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:
Salary Scale: $ 916,530 – 1,089,466

Applications along with resume should be submitted no later than Friday, 2024 March 8 to:

The Director,
Human Resource Management & Development,
North-East Regional Health Authority,
34-38 Ocean Village Shopping Centre, Ocho Rios,
St. Ann.

E-mail: jobs@nerha.gov.jm or Fax: (876) 795–2747

WE THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR RESPONDING, HOWEVER, ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Health Records Clerk (St. Mary & Portland, Jamaica) - NERHA

 NORTH-EAST REGIONAL HEALTH AUTHORITY

HEALTH RECORDS CLERK (HTAC/HRT 1)

The North East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health, with responsibility for the management and delivery of public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary, and Portland, is seeking to fill the position of Health Records Clerk at the St. Mary and Portland Health Departments.

The incumbent will be responsible for to compile, process and maintain the health records in a manner
consistent with medical administrative, ethical, legal and regulatory requirements of the health care facility.
Qualification and Experience will include:

• Four (4) CXC/GCE subjects at the ordinary level (O’level) are required including English Language,
• Mathematics and a Science subject (preferably Human and Social Biology).
• Diploma in Computer applications inclusive of word processing and spreadsheet applications
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in related field.

Specific Knowledge Required:

• Sound knowledge of policies and practices involved in health records science
• Health Records Service Manual
• Medical Records Manual –: Guide for Developing Countries
• Jamaica Medical Records Code of Ethics
• Monthly Clinic Statistical Report (MCSR) Manual
• Staff Order

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Protect the security of the health records, ensuring that confidentiality is maintained
• Gathering of demographic, geographic and health related data and history from all new patients upon registration, asking all the prompt questions on the form
• Preparing patient service record for the appropriate clinic
• Entering of patient’s particular in Daily Register log book to facilitate tally of all registered patients
• Entering of data on the sentinel forms for each registration
• Entering of patient record particulars for retrieved records in the record request log book
• Register all patients for the various clinics
• Ensure that all health records are assigned to clinic locations
• Retrieve all health records for appointment
• Communicate with patient/client as the need arise in relation to their appointment
• Ensure good health record keeping is maintained
• Ensure proper maintenance of all health records

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM: Salary Scale: $ 1,657,751 – 1,970,545 per annum

Applications along with detailed resume should be sent no later than Friday, 2024 March 08 to:

The Director,
Human Resource Management & Development,
North East Regional Health Authority,
34-38 Ocean Village Shopping Centre,
Ocho Rios, St. Ann.

E-mail: jobs@nerha.gov.jm
Fax: (876) 795-2747

NB. WE THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR RESPONDING, HOWEVER, ONLY SHORT LISTED
APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Nanny wanted (Portmore, Jamaica)

 

A nanny is needed for a one (1) year old child located in Great Portmore, St. Catherine.

Requirements:

• Must have experience caring for small children
• Able to work Monday to Friday, 12 hours per day

Interested? 

Send Whatsapp messages to (876) 567-8630. Whatsapp messages only. 

Medical Administrative Assistant (Kingston, Jamaica)

A multidisciplinary rehab facility located in Kingston invites interested and qualified persons to apply for the following position: Medical Administrative Assistant.

Do you possess a pleasant personality? Do you have medical admin administrative experience?
Then we would like to hear from you.

Job Summary
The Medical Administrative Assistant, is the first point of direct interaction (face-to-face) with patients and is responsible for the professional, courteous and efficient management of all visitors with a view to enhance the service experience. The Medical Administrative Assistant is also responsible for providing a wide range of administrative and office support activities to Senior Staff.
Personal Profile:

• Team oriented.
• Ability to cope with a fast paced and demanding work environment.
• Customer relations skills.
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to function with the utmost of confidentiality.
• Highly organized with an appreciation for detail.

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Six (6) passes CXC (General Proficiency Grades I – II including English Language and Math) or equivalent.
• Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) or Certified Professional Secretary (CPS) Designation.
• Minimum of two (2) years Administrative Assistant experience preferably in a medical facility.
• Computer Literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Applicants are asked to address their applications to the Operations Manager and submit to rehab.hr2018@gmail.com.

Please note that while we appreciate all applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Application deadline is March 22, 2024.

Staff Nurse, etc (Portmore, St. Catherine, Jamaica)

 

Caregiver for elderly (Brown's Town, St. Ann, Jamaica)

 

Nurse tending to elderly woman.

Client is seeking a mature lady to be a caregiver to an elderly lady residing in Brown's Town, St. Ann.

Requirements:

• Age range: forty-five (45) years or older
• Must be available to work four hours (4 hrs) per day twice a week, possibly more

Pay is by the hour.

If interested contact: (876) 334-3635.

Domestic Helper (St. Andrew, Jamaica)

 Domestic helper is needed in the St. Andrew area.

Requirements:

• Must be between 35 and 50 years old
• Must have more than five (5) years experience 
• Work starts at 8:00 AM from Monday to Friday

Call: (876) 287-6674.

Full-time Housekeeper (St. Andrew, Jamaica)

Full-time housekeeper wanted!

A full-time housekeeper is needed for a four (4) bedroom house located in Norbrook, St. Andrew. 

Details:

• Work schedule: Monday to Wednesday, and Friday and Saturday

Interested respondents, please call or Whatsapp: (876) 410-7515.

Nanny needed! (Kingston, Jamaica)

 

Nanny needed to babysit a boy child.

Nanny needed to babysit a five (5) year old boy.

Requirements:

• Must be able to live-in for short periods if requested
• Location: Maxfield area

Call or Whatsapp for more info: (876) 368-3749 or (876) 522-0566.

Elderly Caregiver (Brown's Town, St. Ann/Crofts Hill, Clarendon (Jamaica, W.I.)

 

A live-out caregiver is needed to care for a seventy-four (74) year old patient.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Cooking and cleaning
• Administering medication
• Caring for the elderly and all that involves

Education, Skills and Attributes:

• Patience and Compassion
• Communication Skills
• Organisation and Time Management
• Emotional Awareness
• First Aid and CPR Knowledge
• Basic Nursing is a plus

Experience:

• Previous experience caring for the elderly required
• Age range: 35 to 45 years old

How to apply: Contact: (876) 812-3588 for further details.

Deadline: March 13, 2024.

Ultrasonographer (Montego Bay, Jamaica)

Ultrasonographer needed in Montego Bay, Jamaica.

 An established medical facility in Montego Bay requires an Ultrasonographer. 

The Person

The individual should be an active, skilled and well-rounded professional who is capable of effectively performing multiple ultrasound studies in an efficient and timely manner. 

The individual should be customer oriented and capable of working with a team.

Desired Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum education: Bachelor of Science degree 
• Certification in Ultrasonography
• Licensed to practice
• BLS Certification
• Experience in performing the following studies:
• Abdomen
• Pelvic
• Obstetrics
• Doppler
• Small parts
• Quality communication skills
• Adaptable to changes

Duties:

• Input required patient data
• Perform studies
• Communicate with Radiologist
• Understand and able to use the company's Radiology Information System (RIS)

Please forward your letter of application and resume to: jamaica.med.recruiter@gmail.com before March 29, 2024.

Early Childhood Teacher (Kingston, Jamaica) - Christ Church Early Childhood Centre

Christ Church Early Childhood Centre in Vineyard Town is seeking experienced, certified, caring, dedicated practitioner to be a part of our team.

The ideal candidates should:

• Be able to lead a class 
• Be knowledgeable of Early Childhood curriculum, and write and deliver effective lessons
• Be able to work on their own initiative on a regular basis
• Have a love for children
• Be patient 
• Possess the necessary skills required to work with small children

Please send your resumes to christchurch_vtown@yahoo.com

Note: The school is located at 6 Antrim Road, Kingston 3 (Vineyard Town).